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Johan Maritz, a GIS practitioner and expert in the field of accessibility analysis, leads a research group investigating the role of information and communication technology (ICT) and Geo-ICT in rural development.
Current activities and research interests
- Research of land use, public transport modelling geographic information systems (GIS) and accessibility modelling issues
- Application of various geo-spatial projects
- The role of ICT and Geo-ICT in rural development.
Formal education
B. Art et Scien (Planning), North-West University (formerly known as Potchefstroom University), 1992
Postgraduate diploma in regional planning (achieved with distinction), University of Dortmund, Germany, 2001
PHD, University of Utrecht, the Netherlands, Commenced 2006
Experience
Maritz has more than 14 years' experience in studies and contract research related to spatial planning, transport-land use issues, and accessibility and interaction modelling. He is also a registered GIS practitioner who applies geo-spatial technology in these research fields.
Organisational details
PO Box 395
Pretoria
0001
South Africa
Tel: +27 12 841 2928
Fax: +27 12 841 4054
Email: jmaritz@csir.co.za
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